Owls Head Fire Department

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Owls Head Fire Department

We are a small town department located in the town of Owls Head consisting of a small group of members dedicated to there town to keep safe.

OUR MISSION To protect the citizens of Owls Head through aggressive, disciplined emergency response and unwavering professionalism; prioritizing the safety and wellness of our firefighters while delivering exceptional service to our community. We are always looking for new members for the job. Every ones role in the fire department is important and we are always looking for more. Volunteer departm

ents in small areas (not just ours but all around) are always looking for the extra hands from pulling hose off the truck, pumping water, or going inside to help. A extra person even simply passing out water to other members or helping them take care of gear is more helping then people think. Whatever your interest could be, we are always looking for help. Just think, without anyone on the department who would be there to help you in your time of need. Ask any firefighter if interested.

06/15/2026

It is with great sadness that we learn of the passing of Assistant Chief Woodbury of the Searsmont Fire Department.

The fire service is a close knit family, and the loss of one of our own is felt throughout our communities. Assistant Chief Woodbury dedicated countless hours to serving and protecting others, answering the call whenever help was needed and making a lasting impact on those who had the privilege of serving alongside him.

On behalf of the members of the Owls Head Fire Department we extend our deepest condolences to the Woodbury family, the members of the Searsmont Fire Department, and all who knew and loved him during this difficult time.

May we honor his service, commitment, and sacrifice by continuing to serve our communities with the same dedication he demonstrated throughout his life.

06/12/2026

We Need Your Help!

Join us at the Owls Head Transportation Museum for their First Responders Event on June 27 & 28!

As part of the event, there will be a live fire demonstration conducted by the Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office. This demonstration showcases the effectiveness and importance of residential fire sprinkler systems in controlling fires and protecting lives and property.

It’s a great opportunity to see fire safety education in action and learn firsthand how sprinklers can make a difference during an emergency.

To help make the demonstration as realistic as possible, we’re looking for the following items:

2 sofa chairs or 2 loveseat couches (must be kept dry)

2 coffee tables or side tables

4 cotton towels (to create mock curtains/drapery; cotton works best)

Pictures or wall décor to help create a realistic living room setting

If you have any of these items available and would be willing to donate them for the demonstration, please send us a message!

All donated items will be disposed of appropriately following the demonstration.

Thank you for helping us educate the public on the importance of fire safety and residential sprinkler systems

06/09/2026

🚒 May 2026 Monthly Report: Owls Head Fire Department
May was a busy month for our crew, packed with a high call volume and some of the best hands-on training opportunities we've had all year!

📊 Monthly Call Volume
Our department responded to a total of 10 calls for service in May:

7 Fire Alarm Investigations

1 Mutual Aid Structure Fire

1 Flooded Basement

1 Ambulance Assist

🤝 Mutual Aid Training: Strength in Numbers
Firefighting is a team sport, and this month we teamed up with our neighbors for two incredible joint training sessions. The turnout for both was fantastic!

Water Supply Drill: We joined forces with the Rockland Fire Department at the Rockland Transfer Station to practice our water supply skills, ensuring we can seamlessly establish and maintain water flow to the primary attack engines.

Ladder & Aerial Ops: We met up with both Rockland Fire and the Thomaston Fire Department at the Mid Coast School of Technology’s fire training facility. Crew members brushed up on basic ladder operations and coordinated work with aerial apparatus.

🏠 A Rare Training Opportunity
Opportunities to train in real-world structures are rare, so when the Thomaston Fire Department invited us to utilize a building in their town scheduled for demolition, we jumped at the chance!

Our crews gained invaluable, realistic experience practicing:

Ladder Operations

Hose Advancement Techniques

Vent-Enter-Search (VES) drills

A huge thank you to Thomaston Fire for sharing this space with us. These real-world scenarios keep our skills sharp and our community safer.

☀️ Hello, June!
With summer just around the corner and traffic picking up on our coastal roads, please remember to pull over to the right for emergency vehicles with their lights and sirens on. Help us get to those who need us safely!

Stay safe, Owls Head!

06/07/2026

Currently we have two firefighters enrolled in this program! FF Logan Meibaum and FF Haydn Deal! They both worked hard at each task that was needed on the training ground and they had smiles all day! We are proud of what they and their class has accomplished and look forward to their continued efforts to better our department! Helping around the training ground and providing assistance with our tanker was Lieutenant Jared Bonenfant!

05/29/2026

Tonight we hosted a ladders class with our Mutual Aid towns! We had a great turnout of dedicated members and crews put hands on every ladder multiple times! Thomaston Fire & EMS Rockland Maine Fire & EMS Department

05/06/2026

Our members have been working hard to be ready when the bell rings!

05/01/2026

🚒 April 2026 Monthly Report: Owls Head Fire Department
April was all about education and growth! From State certifications to local training, your firefighters have been putting in the work to keep Owls Head safe.

📊 Monthly Call Volume
In April, our department responded to 6 calls for service:

1 Outside Fire

2 Fire Alarm Investigations

1 Mutual Aid Structure Fire

1 Car Accident

1 Weather-Related Incident

🔥 Training Highlights: Extinguishers & Wildland Fire
Portable Fire Extinguishers: Lt. Bonenfant led an in-depth training on extinguisher types, department policies, and proper usage. We wrapped up the session with a live-fire exercise to ensure everyone is ready to pull, aim, and squeeze when it counts!

Wildland Firefighting: We are proud to announce that 7 of our firefighters attended and passed the Maine Basic Wildland Firefighting Course! A big thank you to Ranger Black of the Maine Forest Service for providing this vital training. As we head into the dry spring months, this expertise is invaluable.

🎓 Academy Update: The Next Generation
We spent a day assisting the 2026 Knox County Fire Training Academy at the Saint George Training Facility. Our crew helped lead drills on hose rolls, advancement, and loads.

A special shout-out to our two Owls Head firefighters currently enrolled in the Academy. They are now 75% of the way through! We want to thank them for the hundreds of hours and incredible dedication they are putting in to serve our community. You're almost there! 🏁

🌲 Spring Safety Note
As the ground dries out, please remember to check the daily fire danger rating before any outdoor burning. Always ensure you have a permit and never leave a fire unattended.

Stay safe, Owls Head!

04/26/2026

As more and more burn permits are being submitted, we would like to take a minute to remind you of some of the minimum requirements when burning.

Burn Requirements

All burning must occur only during the "Allowable Burn Times".

1. One adult must be present, keeping constant watch until the fire is fully extinguished.

2. One charged garden hose is required unless the ground is completely covered with snow or a portable pump is available.

3. One backpack pump or a five-gallon bucket is required.

4. One hand tool is required.

5. A five-gallon water supply is required at the site.

All fires must be more than 50 feet from a structure.

Always review the weather conditions before burning and review the rules and regulations of the permit.

04/14/2026

Today we want to take a moment to recognize and thank the incredible team at the Knox County Regional Communications Center.

When emergencies happen, they are the calm voice on the other end of the radio. They are the steady presence guiding resources, tracking units, and making sure help gets where it needs to go. In the middle of chaos, they are truly our port in the storm.

Our public safety dispatchers are more than just voices on the radio — they are part of our team and part of every response. Their professionalism, dedication, and calm under pressure make a difference in every call we handle.

From all of us at the Owls Head Fire Department, thank you for being our support staff, our lifeline, and for being rock solid every single day.

We appreciate everything you do for our firefighters and our community. 🚒📟

04/11/2026

What a great day with our Knox County Fire 1/2 class!

Crews spent the day building strong fundamentals—advancing hose, loading hose, and flowing water. The focus was on repetition and teamwork, making sure everyone stayed engaged and continued sharpening their skills.

We wrapped up the day by giving the class a hands-on look at how sprinkler systems operate, reinforcing the importance of fire protection systems in real-world scenarios.

A productive day with a lot of hard work put in by everyone involved!

Address

Physical Address = 483 North Shore Dr/Owls Head Volunteer Fire Company, Mailing, 224 Ash Point Drive Owls Head
Owls Head, ME
04854

Telephone

+12075967167

Website

http://owlshead.maine.gov/html/fire_department1.html

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